Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Roanoke, Virginia
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

Cath Lab Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Roanoke, Virginia

Position Details

• Job Title: Cath Lab Registered Nurse
• Location: Roanoke, Virginia
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Call Requirement:

  • 7 on-call shifts and 5 late shifts every 6 weeks
  • One full weekend of call (Friday through Sunday) scheduled together
  • One Saturday shift for elective cases per 6-week period
  • Must be able to return to hospital within 30 minutes when called
• Holiday Requirement: Must be available to work or take call for one holiday per 13-week contract (rotational)
• Locals Accepted: Yes, if residing 50-99.9 miles from facility, approved for one 13-week contract
• First-Time Travelers: Not accepted

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse license (Virginia license or emergency authorization accepted)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (American Heart Association)
  • BLS (American Heart Association)

Required Clinical Skills & Experience

• Skilled in cardiac catheterization lab procedures including:

  • Left and right heart catheterization (LHC, RHC)
  • Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), PTCA, stent placement
  • Atherectomy, temporary pacemaker, Impella, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
  • Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), Watchman device, Mitraclip
• Proficient in sterile technique, EKG lead placement, dysrhythmia recognition and interpretation
• Experienced in hemodynamic monitoring and rapid response protocols
• Familiar with diagnostic and interventional cath lab settings using fluoroscopy
• Knowledge of isolation precautions, equipment handling, and supply management

Unit & Patient Population

• Adult patients served
• 6 procedure rooms with daily census of 15–20 patients
• Common diagnoses: coronary artery disease, valve disorders, heart failure, atrial septal defect/patent foramen ovale closures
• Advanced procedures include TAVR, left atrial appendage closures, Cardiomems, thrombectomy, mitral clips, renal denervation, and research protocols
• Equipment used: IABP, Impella, Penumbra, Rotapro, CSI, Shockwave, laser, OCT, IVUS

Scheduling & Documentation

• Charting system: Epic required
• Requests for time off must be submitted with application
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Must provide a valid Driver’s License or State ID within 48 hours of signing, with address within 100 miles of facility

Background & Health Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 1 year of start, covering all locations lived/worked
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals
• Education verification of highest earned degree required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming freedom from communicable diseases
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Fit test for N95 masks within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Required immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• TB questionnaire required for all candidates

Additional Requirements

• Two clinical references required (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Complete employment application/resume
• Annual skills checklist update required
• Photo for badge must be professional, with plain background (no selfies or filters)
• Must complete facility-specific compliance and confidentiality agreements within 48 hours of signing
• Orientation manual review required prior to start (not required for inpatient RNs)

Requirements / Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Experience & Travel Requirements

• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; implied requirement is clinical competency in cath lab procedures
• Prior Travel Experience: Not accepted for this position (no first-time travelers)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a nationally recognized cardiac cath lab with advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team in a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated hospital.